spare tire question

i bought my truck used and it doesnt have the bar to unlock the spare. what can i do?

 

You should be able to fab something up. It's basically about 3.5' long with a hook on the end. The hook doesn't actually "hook" in but the rounded end of it fits into a slot (yeah, I know where your minds are going) and then you turn it. I know this because I had to use it on Saturday to lower the spare. I'd get you a pic but it's a bit late. If nobody has one by tomorrow, I'll post one.

 

should it have a certain design? and can i buy this part?

 

I am sure the dealer will have one....
I would check some junk yards...

 

Honestly, I'd check out a local junk yard.

 

If your owners manual is the same as mine, it's on pages 329-330.

 

Check eBay motors. I picked up a spare jack for about $12.

 

Ive got a jack and the tools (including the one to drop the spare tire) for sale. give me a PM or email if interested.

 

Is it a lock or is it the bars to unwind the tire?